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Madagascar’s president ignores calls to resign
The Philippine Star
|October 15, 2025
Madagascar’s embattled President Andry Rajoelina said Monday he was sheltering in a “safe place” following an attempt on his life, ignoring calls to resign after spiraling unrest that has forced him into hiding.
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The twice-delayed speech marked his first public address since a mutinous army unit backed anti-government protests, and followed reports that the 51-year-old leader had fled the country.
This story is from the October 15, 2025 edition of The Philippine Star.
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